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 REA publication
REA Yearbook 2007/08
View the REA Yearbook 2007/08 online
www.edocsdirect.com/tenalps/qdv/
 Link (General)
  Balancing Mechanism Reports
Half hourly updates on the current output on the national grid, electricity prices and forecasts for the day ahead.
www.bmreports.com/bwx_reporting.htm
Biofuels Website
The REA has launched a new website.

The website features information about biofuels including: how they are made, how they will affect you, the contribution they can make to the environment, and myths and truths about biofuels.

www.biofuelsday.co.uk/
  CADDET - The Centre for the Analysis and Dissemination of Demonstrated Energy Technologies
CADDET is a free, on-line database that promotes innovative energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.
www.caddet.org/
CAT - Centre for Alternative Technology
CAT offers practical solutions to challenges, such as climate change, pollution and the waste of precious resources. The key areas the CAT works in are renewable energy, environmental building, energy efficiency, organic growing and alternative sewage systems. The Centre includes a visitor’s centre, free information service, consultancy service, a range of training courses and graduate courses.
www.cat.org.uk
  Clean energy ideas
www.clean-energy-ideas.com
  Electricity Info
From 1 October 2005, UK electricity suppliers had to provide details of the mix of fuels used to produce the electricity supplied. They also have to show the associated carbon dioxide emissions and high-level nuclear waste produced.

This site collects the fuel mix breakdowns from all the major electricity suppliers in the UK, and compares these with the UK average.

www.electricityinfo.org
Enagri
Enagri is a free electronic magazine and website providing up-to-date information about green and renewable energy, efficiency and diversification, with a particular focus on the agri-food industry and the rural environment.
www.enagri.info
  European Energy information
General European energy information
www.energy.eu/
Greenpeace EfficienCity
Greenpeace have launched a virtual, climate friendly interactive interactive town powered by renewables and decentralised energy. They use animation, videos and slideshows to show decentralised energy in action and how it works.
www.greenpeace.org.uk/files/efficiencity/index.html
GREENTIE Directory
GREENTIE Directory is a searchable international directory of suppliers whose technologies help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
www.greentie.org
  House energy
A site dedicated to helping to make energy savings in the home.
www.house-energy.com/
Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LCVP)
The LowCVP is a partnership of the automotive and fuel industries, Government, academia, NGOs and other stakeholders to promote the shift to clean low carbon vehicles and fuels in the UK.
www.lowcvp.org.uk
PowerSwitch.org.uk
Powerswitch.org.uk is dedicated to raising awareness & discussion of the impending & permanent decline of cheap oil & gas supply.
www.PowerSwitch.org.uk
REAL Assurance Scheme
The official website of the REAL Assurance Scheme. Make sure your supplier of micro generation equipment is REAL Assurance Listed. It is your guarantee of professional and responsible service.
www.realassurance.org.uk
  Rennwable rescouce domestic energy savings
The Plain-Speaking Guide to Domestic Renewable Energy Resources - a straightforward explanation of what works, what doesn't, and what can save you money on your energy bills
www.renewable-resource-domestic-energy-savings.com/
  SEE Stats
SEE-Stats - This project monitors the progress of the South East England region towards meeting its renewable energy targets. The website includes maps of renewable energy facilities across the region.
www.see-stats.org/index.htm
  solar world
www.solarworld.de
The Renewable Energy Centre
The Renewable Energy website provides introductions to the key areas of renewable energy and a directory of specialist contractors and suppliers for each technology that can be filtered by location.
www.therenewableenergycentre.co.uk/
 Biogas
  BioEnergy-Info
Digital library that provides an overview of information resources on bioenergy.
www.bioenergy-info.com/enindex.php
 Biogas (Anaerobic Digestion)
  Rutherford Renewables
This website contains numerous FAQs, case studies and general information on Anaerobic Digestion.
www.rutherfordrenewables.co.uk/
 Biomass
AEBIOM- European Biomass Association
AEBIOM is a group of national biomass associations with membership open to representatives of the European Union, Central and Eastern Europe.
www.aebiom.org/
Bio-energy West Midlands
The 'Bioenergy West Midlands' website has been developed to facilitate knowledge transfer and best practice to people wishing to learn more about bioenergy within the region.
www.bioenergywm.co.uk
  Bioenergy East Midlands
The Bioenergy Group is an informal partnership of organisations from the private, public and not-for-profit sectors within the East Midlands region which are collectively seeking ways to increase the use of locally grown biomass for the creation of heat and energy.
www.bioenergygroup.org
  BioEnergy-Info
Digital library that provides an overview of information resources on bioenergy.
www.bioenergy-info.com/enindex.php
Biomass Energy Centre
A Government developed 'one stop shop' able to provide advice to anyone with an interest in biomass derived fuels and associated conversion technologies.
www.biomassenergycentre.org.uk
EUBIA- European Biomass Industry Association
EUBIA, established in 1996, is an industrial association grouping together: market forces (utilities, oil companies), technology providers and industry, regional and national organisations, R&D organisations, education and training organisations active in the field of bioenergy.
www.eubia.org
  European Pellet Centre
Here you can find essential information about biofuel pellets for energy purposes in Europe. The aim of the European Pellet Centre is to support the development of the European pellet market.
www.pelletcentre.info
  IEA Bioenergy- What is Bioenergy?
A part of IEA Bioenergy Task 29, this an educational site outlining the uses and benefits of the full range of biomass derived fuels.
www.aboutbioenergy.info
  LogPile.co.uk
This is the website of the National Energy Foundation's Log Pile project, a project that aims to promote and aid the use of wood as a source of renewable energy.
www.logpile.co.uk
  Nottinghamshire County Council's Wood Energy Newsgroup
Newsgroup established by Nottinghamshire County Council to encourage debate and sharing of information on wood energy.
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/wood_energy/
Pro-Bio Faraday
Pro-Bio was set up to ensure that the benefits of biocatalysis are available to manufacturing industry (chemical, pharmaceutical, food & drink, paper & textile).
www.pro-bio-faraday.com
SuperGen BioEnergy Research Group
The SUPERGEN Biomass, Biofuels and Energy Crops Consortium is a UK network funded by the EPSRC, leading research into renewable energy generation from biomass to help the UK achieve a sustainable and secure energy supply.
www.supergen-bioenergy.net
The Biomass Pyrolysis Network
PyNe - The Biomass Pyrolysis Network - is a global network of active researchers and developers of fast pyrolysis of biomass. It has been established to discuss and exchange information on scientific and technological developments on biomass pyrolysis and related technologies for the production of liquid fuels, electricity and chemicals.
www.pyne.co.uk
  Woodenergy website
This website, sponsored by the Forestry Commission Scotland, provides the basic information you need to use woodfuels on a small and large scale.
www.usewoodfuel.co.uk/
 Biomass (Energy from Waste)
Environmental Services Association
The Environmental Services Association is the Trade Association for companies providing waste management and associated environmental services.
www.esauk.org
 Hydro
British Hydropower Association
The British Hydropower Association (BHA) is a trade association which represents the interests of all those involved in the hydropower industry. Formerly the National Association of Water Power Users, it has for over twenty years been promoting the use of small hydropower and lobbying to protect its members' interests
www.british-hydro.org/
European Small Hydropower Association
An Association that promotes the use of water to generate electricity in small plants with emphasis on the environmental impact mitigation.
www.esha.be
 Solar (Photovoltaic- PV)
British Photovoltaic association
The British Photovoltaic Association (PV-UK) is the Trade Association for the PV industry of Great Britain. The Association was formed in 1991 to advance the development and use of photovoltaics (solar electricity), promoting the use of PV within the UK. PV-UK merged with the REA in April 2006.
www.pv-uk.org.uk
ENF (Energy Focus)
ENF (Energy Focus) is an industry-focused website that provides market information on the solar power industry in Europe & China.

Contents include:

Solar power industry database (cells/module/panels, equipment, components, products, installers). Solar business & technical news, solar magazine, government tenders for solar projects

www.enf.cn
 Marine (Wave power)
European Wave Energy Thematic Network
The European Wave Energy Thematic Network was established under the auspices of the European Commission's Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development Programme. One of the Network's key objectives is to publicise the activities and dynamism of the Wave Energy research and development community and to raise the profile of Wave Energy as an economically viable green energy source.
www.wave-energy.net
 Wind
British Wind Energy Association
From its early beginnings more than twenty years ago as the professional association for researchers and enthusiasts in the then embryonic wind industry, the British Wind Energy Association has developed into a trade association with a membership of over 300. The BWEA is uniquely placed to consolidate and extend the wind energy industry in the UK
www.bwea.com
Offshore Wind Energy Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA)
The DTI's Offshore Wind Strategic Energy Environmental Assessment (SEA) website has been established to act as a point of information and contact for SEA work related to Offshore Wind Energy development in the UK.
www.og.dti.gov.uk/offshore-wind-sea/
  Wind Farm News
Windfarms and alternatives in the British Isles - updated daily.
www.windfarmnews.org.uk/
Windpower Monthly News Magazine
News, views and analyses, plus expert insight from the world's leading wind energy news magazine. Windpower Monthly's global network of correspondents brings you an unrivalled overview of this specialised field of power production. Includes The Windicator, a renowned page of market indicators, containing a country by country breakdown of wind power generating capacity.
www.windpower-monthly.com
  Yes2Wind
Yes2Wind came about through a coalition of groups (Greenpeace, WWF and Friends of the Earth) and gives people all the tools they need to support wind power locally.
www.yes2wind.com.
 Fuel Cells & Hydrogen
Future Energies
Future Energies is a content-driven website dedicated to exploring innovations in a variety of futuristic and renewable technologies
www.FutureEnergies.com
  Institute of Physics 'Fuel Cell Review'
Link to the Institute of Physcis publication, 'Fuel Cell Review'
www.fcr.iop.org
UK Hydrogen Association
The UKHA was created to span sector boundaries, provide a strong national voice on hydrogen energy, engage government, and drive adoption of green hydrogen to address 21st century energy issues. Work focuses on standards, policy, technology and road mapping implementation.
www.ukha.org
Welcome to the Fuel Cell Marketplace
The marketplace is an interactive communication platform for the Hydrogen Economy, providing 24x7x365 exposure for Fuel Cell and Hydrogen industries. Amongst many other features, you can follow the latest developments, buy products, and look for opportunities within the industry...
www.fuelcellmarkets.com
 Geothermal
  EGEC- European Geothermal Energy Council
www.geothermie.de/egec/egec.htm
 Combined Heat & Power (All services) (CHP)
CHP Club
The CHP Club is an initiative under the Government's Action Energy Programme, aimed at assisting users and potential users in getting the maximum benefits from CHP. We will provide Members with a one-stop-shop, a unique combination of information, exchange of experience and advice facilities on CHP and related topics that will give everybody what they need, when they need it - AND ALL FOR FREE!
www.chpclub.com/
The Combined Heat and Power Association
The Combined Heat and Power Association works to promote the wider use of combined heat and power and community heating. Clean and efficient Combined Heat and Power (CHP) is already in use on close to 1,400 locations around the UK
www.chpa.co.uk
 Biofuels (Transport Fuels- all services)
  Biodiesel Filling Stations
The DEFRA recommended site designed to help you find a local biodiesel supplier
www.biodieselfillingstations.co.uk/
  Biofuel Review
A news source for the Biofuel industry
www.biofuelreview.com/
Biofuels Website
The REA has launched a new website.

The website features information about biofuels including: how they are made, how they will affect you, the contribution they can make to the environment, and myths and truths about biofuels.

www.biofuelsday.co.uk/
Blooming Futures
Convert diesel engines to run on vegetable oils. Non profit co-operative company.
bloomingfutures.com
  Green Gold Biodiesel
Green Gold Biodiesel are a not-for-profit cooperative, running Manchester's first biodiesel filling station. They obtained a grant from the Neighbourhood Renewal Fund to set up on the basis that their role is educational as well as to sell biodiesel.
www.greengoldbiodiesel.co.uk
  The National Non-Food Crops Centre (NNFCC)
The NNFCC’s purpose is to provide a single, independent and authoritative source of information on the use and implementation of non-food crop products and technologies in the United Kingdom.
www.nnfcc.co.uk/
  Veg Oil Motoring
Information about running your diesel vehicle on vegetable oil.
www.vegoilmotoring.com/
 Solar (Thermal)
ESTIF- European Solar Thermal Industry Federation
ESTIF's mission is to achieve high priority and acceptance for Solar Thermal as a key element for sustainable heating and cooling in Europe and with immediate effect to work for the implementation of all steps necessary to realise the high potential of Solar Thermal.
www.estif.org
Solar Trade Association
The Solar Trade Association Ltd. (STA) is a company limited by guarantee, having been formed in 1978 to serve as a focal point for organisations with business interests in the Solar Energy industry.Those interests cover thermal applications, such as the production of domestic or industrial hot water or the heating of swimming pools.
www.solartradeassociation.org.uk
 Academic
CAT - Centre for Alternative Technology
CAT offers practical solutions to challenges, such as climate change, pollution and the waste of precious resources. The key areas the CAT works in are renewable energy, environmental building, energy efficiency, organic growing and alternative sewage systems. The Centre includes a visitor’s centre, free information service, consultancy service, a range of training courses and graduate courses.
www.cat.org.uk
 Heat pumps
  The Ground Source Heat Pump Club
The Ground Source Heat Pump Club promotes the concept of using Ground Source Heat Pumps as an environmentally preferable means of heating and cooling buildings and acts as an impartial source of information about the ways in which this may be done.
www.nef.org.uk/gshp/
 Biomass (Heating equipment)
  Woodenergy website
This website, sponsored by the Forestry Commission Scotland, provides the basic information you need to use woodfuels on a small and large scale.
www.usewoodfuel.co.uk/
 Biomass (Wood pellets/ chips)
  Woodenergy website
This website, sponsored by the Forestry Commission Scotland, provides the basic information you need to use woodfuels on a small and large scale.
www.usewoodfuel.co.uk/
 Biomass (Fuel supply & logistics)
  Woodenergy website
This website, sponsored by the Forestry Commission Scotland, provides the basic information you need to use woodfuels on a small and large scale.
www.usewoodfuel.co.uk/
 NFFO and SRO
The Non-Fossil Purchasing Agency Limited (NFPA)
The Non-Fossil Purchasing Agency Limited (NFPA) was set up in 1990 by the twelve RECs in England and Wales as their agent for the purpose of enabling them to enter into collective arrangements to discharge their obligations under the Orders.

Contains information on following:
  • Renewable Projects under NFFO
  • Current Renewable Energy Prices
  • Current ROC Prices
www.nfpa.co.uk
 Government support programmes
  Energie Helpline UK
The Energie Helpline UK is part of an EU wide network that assists in the delivery of a number of European funding programmes. FP6 looks to fund projects that conduct research and demonstration into innovative energy technologies and Intelligent Energy Europe funds projects that remove the barriers to the market uptake of these technologies.
www.energiehelpline.co.uk
National Assembly Sustainable Energy Group (NASEG)
NASEG was formed in 2000 as a cross party working group on sustainable energy and is now a vibrant forum for discussions surrounding sustainable energy in and for Wales.
www.naseg.co.uk/
 Climate change /GHG emissions
The Eco-Builder
Sustainable Building and Renewable Energy Directory - Online directory for companies within the sustainable and eco-build industry. With the focus primarily on all types of construction, The Eco-builder provides information on products, services and companies throughout the UK & Ireland.
www.eco-builder.org
 Finance
Clear Skies
This programme has now closed, but the website still includes lists of accredited installers and products
www.clear-skies.org/
  Energy Saving Trust- Funding Database
Suggests sources of grant funding for renewable/ sustainable energy projects- relevant for the public, and for private and public sector companies.
http://www.est.org.uk/housingbuildings/funding/database/
Energy Saving Trust- Search for a Grant
A directory of energy efficiency and renewable energy grants that are available in your area.
www.est.org.uk/myhome/gid/
Enhanced Capital Allowances
site produced by the Carbon Trust in collaboration with DEFRA and the Inland Revenue, to provide information about the ECA Scheme
www.eca.gov.uk
  Low Carbon Buildings Programme
Householders, community organisations and businesses can access grants for and information on micro-renewable equipment. Site also contains guidelines on energy efficiency and lists of accredited installers and products.
www.lowcarbonbuildings.org.uk
 Planning
  The Merton Rule
On this website you will find all the latest information about The Merton Rule and other news relating to renewable energy and planning policies.
themertonrule.org
 Research and development
  Carbon Trust- Incubator Programmes
These programmes may provide funding and support for companies and individuals developing promising new technologies, including renewable energy.
www.thecarbontrust.co.uk/carbontrust/low_carbon_tech/dlct2_2.html
  Energie Helpline UK
The Energie Helpline UK is part of an EU wide network that assists in the delivery of a number of European funding programmes. FP6 looks to fund projects that conduct research and demonstration into innovative energy technologies and Intelligent Energy Europe funds projects that remove the barriers to the market uptake of these technologies.
www.energiehelpline.co.uk
The Carbon Trust
Part of the UK's Climate Change Programme, the Carbon Trust encourages and promotes the development of low carbon technologies (both energy efficient technologies and low carbon energy supplies) to support the transition to a low carbon technology in the UK.
www.thecarbontrust.co.uk/carbontrust/
 Distributed & embedded generation
  Aquila Networks- Long Term Development Statement
Aquila's Long Term Development Statement has been compiled in accordance with Condition 25 of the Electricity Distribution Licence held by Aquila Networks plc [Aquila], to enable those who wish to make use of the Company’s distribution networks to identify and assess the opportunities that are available.
www.central-networks.co.uk/Content/Service/serv_longterm.aspx
  DTI/OFGEM Distributed Generation Working Group
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) created, and jointly chair, the DGCG. The Group is concerned with a wide range of issues related to the connection and operation of distributed electricity generation in Great Britain.
www.distributed-generation.gov.uk
  East Midlands Electricity- Long Term Development Statement
East Midlands Electricity Long-Term Development Statement, November 2002 - Summary Information available at following link
www.central-networks.co.uk/Content/Service/serv_longterm.aspx
  EDF Energy-Long Term Development Statement
Please use the links below to view an introduction to, and a summary of, our Long Term Development Statement.
www.edfenergy.com/index.asp?template=/about/long_term_dev_stat.html&language=en&mode=production
Electricity Networks Association
ENA represents UK gas and electricity transmission and distribution licence holders. It is one of the two bodies to emerge with the folding of the Electricity Association. The AEP took over any remaining generation interests the EA had. The ENA holds the various engineering recommendation documents relating to the connection of generating plant.
www.energynetworks.org
  Energy Network Strategy Group
This site disseminates the activities of the Electricity Networks Strategy Group (ENSG), the United Kingdom Electricity Supply Industry focus group for network issues. The aim of the ENSG is to identify, and co-ordinate work to address the technical, commercial, regulatory and other issues that affect the transition of electricity transmission and distribution networks to a low-carbon future.
www.ensg.gov.uk/
  EPN - Long Term Development Strategy
EPN are committed to successful evolution of the business of electrical energy distribution in the 21st Century. We recognise the need for change and the need to embrace new technologies and new ways of working to provide secure infrastructure for current and future society whilst delivering dynamic market enabling electricity distribution networks.
www.epnetworks.co.uk/html/lt_fore.htm
  London Power Networks- Long Term Development Statement
LPN's Long-Term Development Statement is available CD-ROM for a fee of £50 & VAT. See website link for Introduction and Summary and details of how to order the full document.
www.lpnet.co.uk/longterm3.htm
  National Grid Company Plc- Seven Year Statement
We are pleased to present our 2003 Seven Year Statement, which covers the years 2003/04 to 2009/10. Its main purpose is to assist our existing and prospective customers, whether generators or suppliers of electricity, in assessing the opportunities available to them for making new or additional use of our Transmission System in the competitive electricity market.
www.nationalgrid.com/uk/library/documents/sys_03/default.asp
  NEDL - Long Term Development Statement
This Long Term Development Statement has been compiled to assist existing and future users of NEDL’s network in assessing opportunities available to them for making new or additional use of the network.
ceelectricuk.com/lib/liDownload/23/NEDL_LTDS_OCT03_INTERNET.pdf
  Scottish Hydro Electric- Seven Year Statement
Scottish Hydro Electric Seven Year Statement 2002, for the Years 2002/2003 to 2008/2009
www.scottish-southern.co.uk/ssegroup/KeyDocumentsPDFs/sevenyear_statement/sys02txt_final_postofgem.pdf
  Scottish Hydro-Electric Power Distribution Ltd Long-Term Development Statement
The purpose of this statement is to: provide sufficient information which will assist existing and prospective new users who contemplate entering into distribution arrangements with the licensee to identify and evaluate opportunities; ensure the general availability of such information in the public domain; inform users of distribution network development proposals.
www.scottish-southern.co.uk/ssegroup/KeyDocumentsPDFs/HEWEB.pdf
  Scottish Power- Distribution Long Term Development Statement
Distribution Long Term Development Statement, for the years 2002/2003 to 2006/2007
www.scottishpower.com/applications/publish/downloadPublicDocument.jsp?guid=5a6874_f1acc7065c_-7f7d0a026463&folderPath=/root/ScottishPower%20Media%20Library/Documents%20and%20Reports/&downloadParameter=Attachment
  Scottish Power- Transmission Seven Year Statement
Scottish Power Transmission Seven Year Statement, for the years 2001/2002 to 2007/2008
www.scottishpower.com/applications/publish/downloadPublicDocument.jsp?guid=5d475a_f0391de588_-7ffc0a026463&folderPath=/root/ScottishPower%20Media%20Library/Documents%20and%20Reports/&downloadParameter=Attachment
  Southern Electric Power Distribution plc
Long Term Development Statement for its Electricty Distribution Network.
www.scottish-southern.co.uk/ssegroup/KeyDocumentsPDFs/SEWEB.pdf
  SP Manweb plc- Distribution Long Term Development Statement
The purpose of the Long Term Development Statement is to provide such information on the distribution system that may be of use to developers wishing to connect to, or make use of, the distribution system. The data provided will enable developers to identify opportunities and carry out high level assessment of the capability of the network to support their development.
www.scottishpower.com/applications/publish/downloadPublicDocument.jsp?guid=5a6874_f1acc7065c_-7f7b0a026463&folderPath=/root/ScottishPower%20Media%20Library/Documents%20and%20Reports/&downloadParameter=Attachment
  Transmission Network Use of System charges for 2003/4
See link for new charges.
www.nationalgridinfo.co.uk/charging/pdfs/2003-04_tariffs-schedule1.pdf
  United Utilities Electricity- Long Term Development Statement.
This statement has been prepared in accordance with Standard Licence Condition 25 of the Electricity Distribution Licence. The statement is divided into two main sections: An Overview which describes the information which is contained within the full statement in order to enable potential users to decide if the full statement would be of use to them. This part of the statement is published with unrestricted access on the United Utilities web site. A Detailed Information section. This is also published on the United Utilities web site. To gain access to this a user name and password is required, the overview contains an explanation of how these may be obtained.
www.uuplc.co.uk/index.asp?section=about&subsection=LTDS
  Western Power Distribution- Long Term Development Statement
The Long Term Development Statement is compiled to assist existing and future users of Western Power Distribution’s network in identifying and assessing opportunities available to them for making new or additional use of our Distribution System.
www.westernpower.co.uk/default.asp?PageID=38
  YEDL Long Term Development Statement
This Long Term Development Statement has been compiled to assist existing and future users of NEDL’s network in assessing opportunities available to them for making new or additional use of the network.
ceelectricuk.com/lib/liDownload/21/YEDL_LTDS_OCT03_INTERNET.pdf
 Employment/ Recruitment
Environment Job
Lists job vacancies in the environmental sector, including Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency.
www.environmentjob.co.uk
Environment Jobs
Volunteer jobs, Expeditions and Environmental Jobs throughout the world.
www.environmentjobs.co.uk
Green Energy Jobs
A united platform bringing together the diverse skills required to make the renewable energy industry a continued success.
www.greenenergyjobs.com
  Green Engineering Jobs
International job and information centre for the renewable energy and environmental industries.
www.greenengineeringjobs.com/
Green Jobs Online
Renewable energy and environmental job board
www.greenjobsonline.co.uk/
 Community
Centre for Sustainable Energy
CSE is an independent charity working to advance sustainable energy policy and practice. It seeks energy solutions that engage people and communities to meet real needs for both environmentally sound and affordable energy services. CSE provides training in the areas of renewable energy, energy awareness and energy stewardship.
www.cse.org.uk
  Earthpeace
An environmental news and information site focusing on energy
www.earthpeace.co.uk/
  Mid Wales Energy Agency
"MWEA is a more-than-profit company and a registered charity. We provide advice and assistance to individuals, businesses and community groups on all topics related to energy efficiency, sustainable transport and renewable energy. We strive to reduce fuel poverty and to tackle disadvantaged areas in Mid Wales."
www.mwea.org.uk
NEA (The National Energy Action Charity)
NEA develops and promotes energy efficiency services to tackle the heating and insulation problems of low-income households. Working in partnership with central and local government; with fuel utilities, housing providers and health services; and with consumer organisations, NEA aims to eradicate fuel poverty and campaigns for greater investment in energy efficiency to help those who are poor or vulnerable.
www.nea.org.uk
The Community Renewables Initiative
The CRI helps communities devise renewable energy projects that suit their locality and that they can benefit from.
www.countryside.gov.uk/NewEnterprise/Economies/CRI.asp
 European
  EC Eurobserver Renewable Energy Barometers
These reports give up to date data and comment on the progress of renewable energy in the European Union. Includes reports on Wind, solar PV and thermal, biomass, biogas, transport fuels, geothermal, and hydro
http://ec.europa.eu/energy/res/publications/barometers_en.htm
EREC- European Renewable Energy Council
EREC – the European Renewable Energy Council - is an umbrella organisation of the leading European renewable energy industry and research associations active in the sectors of photovoltaic, wind, small hydropower, biomass and solar thermal
www.erec-renewables.org
  EUFORES- European Forum for Renewable Energy Sources
EUFORES is an independent, non-profit making organisation that aims to promote the use of renewable energy. EUFORES was established to pursue the target outlined in the 1994 “Declaration of Madrid” - a 15% substitution of conventional primary energy demand by renewable energy sources by 2010. EUFORES and its activities are financed by sponsorships, grants and members’ contributions; membership is open to all organisations and individuals relevant to, and which can benefit from, the development of the renewable energy sector.
www.eufores.org
  EUREC- European Renewable Research Centres Agency
The European Renewable Energy Centres Agency was established as a European Economic Interest Grouping in 1991 to strengthen and rationalise the European RD&D efforts in renewable energy technologies. As an independent association, it incorporates over 40 prominent RD&D groups from all over Europe. The research fields covered include solar buildings, wind, photovoltaics, biomass, small hydro, solar thermal power stations, ocean energy, solar chemistry and solar materials, hybrid systems, developing countries and integration of renewable energy in the energy infrastructure.
www.eurec.be
  European Energy information
General European energy information
www.energy.eu/
 Campaigning / Education
Action Renewables
A programme based in Northern Ireland to stimulate awareness of the issues associated with conventional energy use and of the range of solutions available through renewable energy technologies.
www.actionrenewables.org
CAT - Centre for Alternative Technology
CAT offers practical solutions to challenges, such as climate change, pollution and the waste of precious resources. The key areas the CAT works in are renewable energy, environmental building, energy efficiency, organic growing and alternative sewage systems. The Centre includes a visitor’s centre, free information service, consultancy service, a range of training courses and graduate courses.
www.cat.org.uk
  House energy
A site dedicated to helping to make energy savings in the home.
www.house-energy.com/
  IEA Bioenergy- What is Bioenergy?
A part of IEA Bioenergy Task 29, this an educational site outlining the uses and benefits of the full range of biomass derived fuels.
www.aboutbioenergy.info
 Training
Centre for Sustainable Energy
CSE is an independent charity working to advance sustainable energy policy and practice. It seeks energy solutions that engage people and communities to meet real needs for both environmentally sound and affordable energy services. CSE provides training in the areas of renewable energy, energy awareness and energy stewardship.
www.cse.org.uk
  Empower Training Services
Empower offer the City & Guilds 2372 accredited course for the installation and testing of photovoltaic systems. The course is designed to give qualified electricians the skills necessary to install and test domestic Photovoltaic systems and is the first step to becoming a Low Carbon Building Grant Scheme accredited installer.
www.empower-training.com
 Media/ Publishing
All Energy Opportunities Newsletter
Follow this link to the excellent News@All-Energy monthly newsletter on the All Energy Opportunities website.
www.all-energy.co.uk/News@All-Energy.html
Green Building Press
Information and publications to help you create healthy and ecological homes and buildings.
www.greenbuildingpress.co.uk
Newsbase
Producers of the Renewable Energy Monitor electronic magazine
www.newsbase.com
The ENDS Report
"The ENDS report is the leading UK journal for environmental policy and business. It covers the latest energy & climate issues, industry regulations & policy, pollution control and corporate supply chain, plus much more...."
www.endsreport.com
 DTI
DTI Energy Group
The Department of Trade and Industry's Energy Group deals with a wide range of energy related matters, from its production or generation to its eventual supply to the customer. The Group is headed by Director General Joan MacNaughton.
www.dti.gov.uk/energy/index.htm
  DTI Renewable Energy Trade Promotion Service
The DTI Renewables Trade Promotion Service provides expert assistance and targeted activities to help UK companies capitalise on fast-growing global markets, and overseas organisations to appreciate and access UK capabilities.
www.ukrenewables.com
  DTI's Strategic Environmental Assessment website
This web site has been established to act as a clearing house for information and ideas for SEA consultation on UK marine oil and gas activity. It provides you with the means to comment upon or contribute to marine environmental protection in the UK.
www.offshore-sea.org.uk
 Ofgem
Ofgem
Ofgem is the Office of the Gas and Electricity Markets, regulating the gas and electricity industries in Great Britain. Ofgem's aim is to bring choice and value to all gas and electricity customers by promoting competition and regulating monopolies.

Website contents includes:

  • Full list of RO Accredited generating stations
  • Full list of Climate Change Levy Exempt stations
www.ofgem.gov.uk
 Parliamentary select committees
  PRASEG
PRASEG, the Associate Parliamentary Renewable and Sustainable Energy Group, is the cross party group for UK politicians and senior industry stakeholders that exists to promote sustainable energy issues in Parliament and the wider political community.
www.praseg.org.uk/index.php
 Other trade association
  AECB- Sustainable Building Association
The aim of the Association of Environment Conscious Building is to promote environmentally responsible practices within building.
www.aecb.net
AEP - Association of Electricity Producers
The Association's role is to promote the interests of members who generate electricity, in a manner which helps to make those members' businesses more successful.
www.aepuk.com/
Scottish Renewables Forum
The Scottish Renewables Forum (SRF) supports the development and provision of a sustainable energy future for Scotland. Sustainable energy comes from sources that are safe, clean and renewable, and which should also be secure, diverse and competitive. The SRF therefore promotes the sensible use of Scotland's abundant wind, wave, hydro, biomass, solar and landfill gas resources to generate social, economic and environmental benefits for all.
www.scottishrenewables.com
Solar Trade Association
The Solar Trade Association Ltd. (STA) is a company limited by guarantee, having been formed in 1978 to serve as a focal point for organisations with business interests in the Solar Energy industry.Those interests cover thermal applications, such as the production of domestic or industrial hot water or the heating of swimming pools.
www.solartradeassociation.org.uk
The Composting Association
The Composting Association is the United Kingdom’s not for profit membership organisation, promoting the sustainable management of biodegradable resources.
www.compost.org.uk/dsp_home.cfm
  The Ground Source Heat Pump Club
The Ground Source Heat Pump Club promotes the concept of using Ground Source Heat Pumps as an environmentally preferable means of heating and cooling buildings and acts as an impartial source of information about the ways in which this may be done.
www.nef.org.uk/gshp/
UK Hydrogen Association
The UKHA was created to span sector boundaries, provide a strong national voice on hydrogen energy, engage government, and drive adoption of green hydrogen to address 21st century energy issues. Work focuses on standards, policy, technology and road mapping implementation.
www.ukha.org
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